We Have A Lot More Living To Do – FROM THE DESK OF SARAH

February 10, 2016

It wasn’t long ago that people were saying, “40 is the new 30.”

Well with today’s growing population of adults 62-plus more vibrant and active than ever before, “80 is the new 60.”

You’re working and travelling longer than your predecessors. You’re far more involved with arts, culture, and technology. And you’ve brought the focus of health and wellness to the forefront. Continuing care retirement communities have had to revamp and revitalize to suit the interests, passions and needs of a proactive generation that’s on the move.

This milestone anniversary is a natural time to reflect on where we are headed. Plans continue to provide a fabulous and flexible environment for our residents, understanding that many are still working or volunteering in the greater community, have numerous outside interests, and seek fulfillment from within. Flexible dining options are just one recent way we’ve addressed the lifestyle of those who live here.

We also continue to look at both our programming and facilities. New offerings like continuing education courses, wine tastings, yoga, concerts, and a jazz brunch have become wildly successful. A fully renovated auditorium with state-of-the-art audio/visual technology is on tap for early 2015, and our apartment homes are being renovated to the highest standards sought by today’s market.

This “Ruby” anniversary is a celebration of not only Rydal Park, but of this new generation – your generation – of people looking to add years to their life and life to their years. I invite you to call me if you want to join “the party,” and see just what we’re all about these days.

Sarah Jolles is the Executive Director of Marketing for Presby’s Inspired Life’s Rydal Park and Rosemont communities. Sarah has held key leadership roles within the retirement living industry throughout Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey, and is knowledgeable in contract offerings, trends, and the many intricacies of this rapidly advancing industry.